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University Preparation & Enrolment Guidance

Learn German for your studies

The programme is directed at high school graduates who would like to study in Austria. In the German course you perfect your knowledge of German. The ActiLingua university expert advises you on the right choice of university and the enrolment process, and can also help you regarding registration at a suitable private/public university or university of applied sciences in Austria with Bachelor or Master degree programmes.

University Preparation

Standard-/Intensivkurs

Preparatory German Course

12-36 weeks recommended

Visa D: 24 weeks, extension possible

absolute beginners at least 36 weeks

advanced learners 8-11 weeks

18 % long-term discount for courses longer than 12 weeks (already included in the price list)

You are welcome to take the ActiLingua assessment test to determine your German level. We will gladly advise you on the duration of your German course.

A certificate preparation course in addition to your German course prepares you for taking an official German language exam. OSD (Austrian German Language Diploma) Zertifikat B2 or C1 can be recognized by Austrian and some German universities as sufficient language entrance requirements. Our university advisor will inform you about the Austrian system of higher education in two tutorials and assist you in choosing the right university and study programme.

University Enrolment Guidance

In addition to University Preparation you can also book our Enrolment Guidance. Before you come to Austria and start your German course at ActiLingua Academy, we will check if your internationally acquired diplomas could qualify for admission at an Austrian university. We will advise you regarding registration at a public/private university, a university of applied sciences or a University Preparation Programme. You can also choose a university with English study programmes in Austria.

Study Requirements

For EU, EEA or Swiss nationals:

High school diploma (legally attested and with certified translation)

Proof of German knowledge of at least A2 level at the time of application.

After German course at ActiLingua proof of sufficient knowledge of German: OSD Zertifikat B2 or C1.

Citizens of other nations applying at public Austrian universities ADDITIONALLY need:

Confirmation (legally attested and with certified translation) of a recognized/accredited university in your home country that you fulfil the requirements for studying:

in the same field of studies as you would like to study in Austria and

for the period of time you want to study in Austria.

This confirmation is not required if you enrol at a private university

Visa information

Entry without visa: EU citizens and students from Iceland, Norway and Switzerland

Non-EU citizens: Student visa (3-6 months) and residence permit have to be applied for in the country of origin.

If needed, we can send you further information about visa regulations.

Universities

Duration: approx. 3-5 years

Title: Bachelor or Master

Start of studies: October or March

Main universities in Vienna:

University of Vienna

Vienna University of Economics & Business

University of Technology Vienna.

Private universities, universities of applied sciences and conservartories on demand.

Study fees: EUR 750.- to 1,500.- per year at public universities. Private universities on demand (approx. EUR 10,000.- to 30,000.- per year.

Entrance exams

at Austrian universities

admission restrictions at some public universities or universities of applied sciences